Sean Manaea Tosses Seven Strong Innings Versus Astros

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Sean Manaea allowed one run across seven dominant innings, but had to settle for a no-decision Saturday versus the Astros. The only damage came on a solo home run by Kyle Tucker as Manaea allowed just three hits and one walk while picking up eight strikeouts. The Oakland lefty has been […]

Keibert Ruiz Homers Again Saturdaay

Washington Nationals catcher Keibert Ruiz went deep again Saturday, making it back-to-back days with home runs for the young catcher. Ruiz went 1-for-4 in the game, with the solo home run, a walk, and two runs scored. He now has three long balls for the season, and is slashing .340/.397/.509 with 12 RBI in his […]

Matt Vierling Launches First Career Homer

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Matt Vierling hit the first home run of his Major League career in a win over the Pirates on Saturday. Vierling took Pirates starter Wil Crowe deep in the third inning and also singled and walked in the contest. More notably for fantasy, Vierling batted leadoff in this game which could increase […]

Bryce Harper Blasts 34th Homer In Win Over Pirates

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Bryce Harper went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in a win over Pittsburgh on Saturday. The homer was Harper's 34th of the season as he's now hit at least 34 bombs in the last three full MLB seasons (he hit 13 in the 60-game 2020 season). The homer was also Harper's […]

Ranger Suarez Twirls Complete Game Shutout Versus Bucs

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Ranger Suarez turned in his best effort of the season on Saturday as he threw a complete-game shutout versus the Pirates. Suarez scattered just four singles and didn't walk a batter while picking up seven strikeouts, needing only 97 pitches to go the distance. The 25-year-old lefty has been excellent in […]

Carson Wentz Expected To Play In Week 3

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz (ankles) is expected to be active against the Titans in Week 3. He missed practice on Wednesday and Thursday but was upgraded to limited on Friday. Through two games this season, he has gone 45-for-69 with 498 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception. The Colts do have contingency plans in […]

Jacoby Brissett Heading For Extended Workload

Miami Dolphins quarterback Jacoby Brissett should fill the starting job for at least three weeks after Tua Tagovailoa (ribs) was placed on injured reserve. After relieving the latter in Week 2, the former completed 24 of 40 passes for 169 yards, zero touchdowns, and an interception. He's worth rostering in superflex leagues and is a […]

Updated Week 3 Tight End Rankings

Welcome to Week 3 RotoBallers. Below are our updated consensus Week 3 tight end rankings for fantasy football, including some running notes on relevant injuries, player news and rankings updates: Eagles Activate Zach Ertz From COVID-19 List Evan Engram Questionable To Make His Debut In Week 3 These rankings are a consensus from four of our lead fantasy football columnists […]

Kenny Golladay Expected To Suit Up In Week 3

New York Giants wide receiver Kenny Golladay (hip) is expected to play during Sunday's game against the Falcons. The team is reportedly "optimistic" regarding his status. Through two games this season, he has caught seven of 14 targets for 102 yards. Although the start to his tenure in New York has been disappointing, Golladay could […]

Evan Engram Expected To Play In Week 3

New York Giants tight end Evan Engram (calf) is trending in the right direction for Week 3. The team is confident that he'll be able to suit up against the Falcons on Sunday. The 27-year-old missed the first two weeks of the season, meaning this weekend's contest will represent his 2021 debut. Fellow veteran Kyle […]

Denzel Mims Not Expected To Play On Sunday

New York Jets wide receiver Denzel Mims is expected to be a healthy scratch against the Broncos on Sunday. The second-year player out of Baylor caught one pass for 40 yards in Week 1 but was inactive against the Patriots last week. The Jets reportedly still believe in Mims, though evidently he's not at the […]

Andy Dalton Could Return In Week 4

Chicago Bears quarterback Andy Dalton (knee) is not expected to be placed on injured reserve. In fact, the veteran signal-caller has a chance to return as soon as Week 4. This situation is truly perplexing as Dalton's injury seems like the perfect time to pass the torch to Justin Fields. Instead, the rookie will start […]

Brett Hundley Elevated To Active Roster

Indianapolis Colts practice squad quarterback Brett Hundley was elevated to the active roster ahead of Sunday's game against the Titans. When Carson Wentz (ankle) did not practice on Wednesday, Hundley took the majority of starting reps over Jacob Eason. As of now, the Colts' quarterback situation remains very much up in the air. Wentz is […]

Buddy Howell Promoted From Practice Squad

Los Angeles Rams running back Buddy Howell has been promoted to the active roster. Howell was a member of the team's practice squad after having spent his first three seasons with the Houston Texans. While he likely won't get much action against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the transaction possibly paints a more definite picture of […]

Davis Mills Praised By Head Coach

Houston Texans rookie quarterback Davis Mills drew praise from head coach David Culley for his performance against the Panthers on Thursday evening. Specifically, Culley spoke fondly of the Stanford product's ability during the two-minute drill. "When we went into our two-minute offense right before half, he did an excellent job of taking us down the […]

Kenny Stills Added To Active Roster For Week 3

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Kenny Stills was added to the active roster and will suit up for the upcoming matchup against the Patriots. With Tre'Quan Smith (hamstring) and Michael Thomas (ankle) listed as occupants on the injured reserve list, Stills will add much-needed depth and stability to a team sorely lacking options outside of […]

Antonio Brown Officially Out For Week 3

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Antonio Brown (illness) will not play in Week 3. The veteran had a positive COVID-19 diagnosis and didn't travel to Los Angeles with the team as a result. It's unfortunate news, primarily since Brown has been one of Tom Brady's favorite wideouts this season, currently ranked second on the team […]

Ameer Abdullah Added To Vikings' Roster

Minnesota Vikings running back Ameer Abdullah will be on the active roster for the Week 3 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. The veteran could get some chances out of the backfield, mostly on passing downs, if Dalvin Cook (ankle) can't suit up, with Alexander Mattison expected to do most of the heavy lifting in the […]

Kerryon Johnson Promoted To Active Roster

San Francisco 49ers running back Kerryon Johnson has been promoted to the active roster. Johnson had been a member of the practice squad for the last few weeks. However, with the injuries to Elijah Mitchell (shoulder) and JaMycal Hasty (ankle), the veteran may provide relief for Trey Sermon (concussion), who is anticipated to handle most […]

JaMycal Hasty Placed On Injured Reserve

San Francisco 49ers running back JaMycal Hasty (ankle) landed on injured reserve on Saturday evening. Hasty sustained a high-ankle sprain during the Niners Week 2 matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles and will be on the shelf for at least the next three contests. With Elijah Mitchell (shoulder) also listed as doubtful for Sunday Night Football […]

Kris Bryant Not In Saturday's Lineup

San Francisco Giants third baseman Kris Bryant isn't in the starting lineup on Saturday for a matchup with the Colorado Rockies and right-hander Jon Gray. Bryant is batting .266 with a .354 on-base percentage, 25 home runs, and nine stolen bases in 560 plate appearances this season. San Francisco is starting Wilmer Flores at third […]

Jake Cronenworth Isn't Starting On Saturday

San Diego Padres infielder Jake Cronenworth isn't in the starting lineup on Saturday. The Padres will take on the Atlanta Braves and right-hander Huascar Ynoa but will do so with one of their best hitters on the bench. Cronenworth is batting .266 with a .342 on-base percentage, 20 home runs, and four stolen bases in […]

Trevor Story On The Bench Saturday

Colorado Rockies shortstop Trevor Story isn't in the lineup for a Saturday matchup with the San Francisco Giants and right-handed starter Anthony DeSclafani. Story is hitting .247 with a .324 on-base percentage, 23 home runs, and 19 stolen bases in 568 plate appearances this season. Brendan Rodgers is starting at shortstop in Story's place and […]

Top Hitter Streamers and Starts for Week 27

Welcome to the top hitter streamers column for Week 27 of the MLB season (9/27 through 10/3). This weekly piece should be helpful for anyone looking to gain an edge in their league. If you need a fill-in for an injured player or want to exploit some matchups in order to gain an edge on […]

Omar Narvaez Isn't In Saturday's Lineup

Milwaukee Brewers catcher Omar Narvaez is on the bench for Saturday's game against the New York Mets and left-handed starter Rich Hill. Narvaez is batting .274 with a .351 on-base percentage and 11 home runs in 425 plate appearances this season. It'll be Manny Pina starting at catcher and hitting eighth against Hill and the […]

Cedric Mullins Isn't Starting Saturday

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Cedric Mullins isn't in the lineup on Saturday for a matchup with the Texas Rangers and right-hander Jordan Lyles. The outfielder is batting .300 with a .370 on-base percentage, 30 home runs, and 30 stolen bases n 648 plate appearances this season. Ryan McKenna is getting the start in center field on […]

Wade Miley Placed On The 10-Day Injured List

The Cincinnati Reds placed starting pitcher Wade Miley (neck) on the 10-day injured list on Saturday due to a neck strain. The move was retroactive to Wednesday. Miley has turned in some quality numbers for both the Reds and fantasy managers in his second season in Cincinnati. The veteran has pitched to a 3.37 ERA, […]

AJ Pollock On The Bench Saturday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder AJ Pollock isn't in the starting lineup on Saturday. The Dodgers will take on the Arizona Diamondbacks and right-handed starter Zac Gallen but will do so with Pollock on the bench. The veteran outfielder is batting .297 with a .351 on-base percentage, 17 home runs, and nine stolen bases in 396 […]

Tommy Pham Not In The Lineup On Saturday

San Diego Padres outfielder Tommy Pham isn't starting on Saturday against right-handed starter Huascar Ynoa and the Atlanta Braves. Pham is batting .232 with a .344 on-base percentage, 15 home runs, and 14 stolen bases in 546 plate appearances this season. Instead, it'll be Jurickson Profar starting in left field against Ynoa. Profar is batting […]

Luis Arraez Not Starting Saturday

Minnesota Twins infielder Luis Arraez isn't in the lineup on Saturday for a matchup with the Toronto Blue Jays and left-hander Robbie Ray. The infielder is batting .284 with a .353 on-base percentage, two home runs, and two stolen bases in 451 plate appearances this season. It'll be Jorge Polanco starting at shortstop and batting […]